In the quest for weight loss, the public has brainwashed us with a big fat lie—that all fat is generally harmful (a fallacy that has consciously been elevated for several decades), the lie has even extended to cover all fat, not just a few harmful ones. Many food companies in Nigeria made us believe that…
Understanding the hair growth cycle is essential to grasping how hair grows and why red light therapy for hair growth works. According to the American Hair Loss Association, up to 67% of men will have some degree of hair loss, or alopecia, by the age of 35. That figure would have grown to 85% by…
Polyethylene glycol may be “pegylated” or “joined to another substance.” Keep reading for a Pegylated Mechano-Growth Factor research summary. This pegylation is often considered to lessen the severity of an immune response or, as in the instance of PEG-MGF, to possibly lengthen the half-life of a molecule in the blood by decreasing its clearance in…
Nutmeg has been around for many years now, and it is being used for several purposes ever since then. Nutmeg is used by many Nigerians in cooking various delicacies. The scientific name of nutmeg is Myristica fragrans. Although, nutmeg is used for its flavour, there are so many health benefits of nutmeg, which you will learn…
Taking care of your personal belongings may seem like an ordinary task, but it can actually have a significant impact on your overall health and wellness. When we neglect our belongings, we not only risk damaging them, but we also risk damaging ourselves. Whether it’s your clothes, electronic devices like phones and laptops, or household…
Tomato seeds are small, oval-shaped, and located in the center of the tomato fruit. This article discusses the potential health benefits of tomato seeds. We often throw out tomato seeds at home when preparing or eating them. There is this notion that the seed might contribute to kidney stones or prevent your digestion process. Is…
Powdered milk is an excellent alternative to fresh milk. It is produced when milk is evaporated until it is dry. The water is removed from the milk during this process, leaving all the nutrients in place. Besides being cheaper and easily obtainable, powdered milk has several health benefits, as it is an excellent source of…
Drug interactions is the way different medications can interact with one another, either enhancing or diminishing their effects. It’s like a complex dance happening inside our bodies, where medications may interfere with each other’s intended actions, leading to unexpected outcomes. Imagine taking a painkiller for a headache while also using an over-the-counter cold medication. Without…
Onions and pepper are one the most popular ingredients in cooking in Africa, especially in Nigeria. A typical Nigerian food is incomplete without onions and pepper. Many people see it as a spice, not knowing that these ingredients are an avalanche of helpful nutrients. The compound that makes you cry while slicing onions, called thiosulfinates,…
Airborne diseases are a major public health concern in Nigeria, and they affect a large number of people each year. These diseases are caused by pathogenic microorganisms that are spread through the air, such as bacteria, viruses, and fungi. They can be contracted by breathing in contaminated air, through contact with infected people or objects,…
